Best things often come in small packages, and this saying is absolutely true for pomegranates.

Who knew that something so tiny would be packed with extraordinary beauty benefits? So, let us have a look at how pomegranates can work wonders for your skin.

1. Anti-ageing properties

Pomegranates have anti-ageing properties and can rejuvenate your skin internally as well as externally. The oil from the seeds found in the fruit helps strengthen the epidermis (outer layer of your skin), which reduces or delays wrinkles. Drinking a glass of pomegranate juice daily helps to attain glowing skin.

The root cause of pimples is the hormonal imbalance in your body. Pomegranates are a rich source of vitamin C which regulates the production of sebum, an oily substance secreted by your skin, and which is the main cause of pimples. Pomegranates also help in improving your blood circulation and improving digestion.

Beauty Tip: If you want to enjoy the skin care benefits of pomegranates, then mix pomegranate seeds (one tablespoon) with some brown sugar (two tablespoons) , honey (two tablespoons), avocado oil (two tablespoons) and orange peel (one tablespoon) to make a scrub. Use it daily for a few minutes for best results.

3. Keeps your skin healthy

Collagen, which is the basic component of your skin, ensures that your skin remains soft, smooth and firm. Pomegranates contain certain compounds which stop enzymes from breaking down collagen, which keeps your skin healthy. Pomegranates also help in the growth of fibroblasts (which basically are the cells that produce elastin and collagen) and ensure that your skin remains soft and supple.

Beauty Tip: Pomegranates make a great garnish; be it in yoghurts, sweets or even salads.

4. Helps in cell renewal

As you age, you come face-to-face with problems such as skin pigmentation and age spots. This is when, pomegranates act like your knight in shining armour, protecting you from skin damage. Pomegranates help in the production of naturally occurring antioxidants produced by your body, which help in regeneration of skin cells.

Beauty Tip: Kick start your day on a healthy note by making a pomegranate smoothie. Mix half a cup of pomegranate juice with some berries of your choice and two tablespoons of yoghurt.

5. Protection against sunburn

If the harsh rays of the sun are damaging your skin, then you can use pomegranates to counter its effects. Pomegranates contain a number of antioxidants, which has skin cancer defying properties. Pomegranates also reduce the effect of sunburns and soothe your skin.

Beauty Tip: If you are feeling hungry in between meals, then it is best to ditch that bag of chips and grab a pomegranate instead.

6. Tackles skin inflammation

If you are suffering from skin inflammation, then use pomegranate extracts to soothe your skin rather than any ointment. Pomegranates contain polyphenols along with other compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties. Pomegranate seed oil is recommended by a number of experts to heal small cuts or skin problems without leaving any scar behind.

Beauty Tip: Consuming pomegranates or applying its extracts over the affected area will ensure that your skin heals quickly.

7. Nourishes your skin

Pomegranates have a small molecular structure and that is why pomegranate seed oil can penetrate your skin deeply and hydrate it from within. It contains punicic acid which keeps bacteria at bay and ensures that your skin remains moist and healthy throughout the day.

Beauty Tip: Invest in beauty products which have pomegranates as their core ingredient.